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Original 1926 Great Miami Hurricane Wide Panoramic Photograph
This is a genuine, 100-year-old vintage original panoramic photograph documenting the catastrophic aftermath of the Great Miami Hurricane on September 19, 1926. This is a true period piece, not a modern reproduction or copy print.
Item Details:
* **Subject:** Flooded street scene looking East on West Flagler Street from 13th Avenue in Miami, Florida, captured 24 hours after the Category 4 storm hit.
* **Photographer:** Photographed by Verne O. Williams (features the period copyright credit embedded in the lower right corner of the negative).
* **Dimensions:** Approximately 12 inches long.
* **Reverse Side:** Features authentic vintage pencil handwriting reading: "Miami Fla after 1926 Hurricane West Flagler".
Condition Notes:
This photograph is in antique, weathered condition, which underscores its authenticity as a survivor of the era. It shows distinct signs of age, including:
* A heavily worn, torn, and frayed left edge showing original fiber-based paper separation (please see close-up photos).
* Natural age foxing, toning, and visible water staining along the borders and reverse side from decades of storage.
* Minor corner wear and surface scuffs consistent with a century-old paper artifact.
This is an incredibly rare, highly collectible piece of South Florida history, perfect for regional historians, meteorology buffs, or vintage photography collectors.
**Please review all included photos carefully to evaluate the exact condition before purchasing. Ships securely flat with rigid cardboard protection.**
